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PISTACHIOS

“Heart of the Desert” is our trademark that perfectly describes our passion and place.Buy Now

Award Winning

WINES

The vineyard contains seven different varieties of grape vines, including Chardonnay, Cabernet, Zinfandel, Shiraz, Riesling, Malvasia Bianca, and Gewürztraminer.Buy Now

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PATIO

Looking for the perfect place to relax and unwind? Join us on our Tuscan inspired patio for a glass of wine, some pistachio ice cream or your morning coffee.Learn More

From Vines

TO WINES

The distinction of the grapes used in our wines influences their individuality, a characteristic which Heart of the Desert Vineyards is proud to exhibit.Learn More

TastefulProducts

Eagle Ranch is the home of New Mexico’s first and largest producing pistachio groves with approximately 13,000 trees. Wines were added to the product line in 2002. The seven different varieties of grapes harvested each year make the production of a wide range of wines possible.

The PerfectGift Baskets & Tins

Whether you are looking for something sweet & salty, a little spice, or just looking to wine down, we have a gift basket that's perfect for any occasion!

DiscoverOur Story

George, an Air Force officer, was stationed at Holloman AFB in 1969. A long time family goal, was to return to agriculture after his military career. Rather than return to the Midwest, where both George and Marianne had been raised, they had grown to love the desert and wanted to stay in the Tularosa Basin. The search for a crop that would grow in the desert environment, began. The study of desert crops found that this particular desert had all the same essential elements as the pistachio growing regions of Iran. The decision was made. Pistachios would be the crop!

AwardWinning Wines

The vineyard contains seven different varieties of grape vines, including Chardonnay, Cabernet, Zinfandel, Shiraz, Riesling, Malvasia Bianca, and Gewürztraminer. “The choices made in the vineyard and winery, are of relevance...as they directly affect the final product. And today, the array of choices that will affect the way the wine tastes, are unprecedented.”

Words FromOur Customers

I just wanted to take a minute to express our gratitude toward Heart of the Desert and their staff. My husband and I had the most beautiful wedding ceremony imaginable on the patio last month. When we started planning our wedding I thought we would have to go out of town to find the perfect location. That was definitely not the case. The patio at HOD was PERFECT! It took minimal decorating, and looked like a fairy-tale come true. The staff was wonderful and they made sure that everything was just the way we wanted it and was executed without a hitch. I received so many compliments on the location and the staff. If I ever plan another big event I will definitely have it here. Marianne and her team were the absolute best! Thank you again for everything!

-The Gerbers

Heart of the Desert was the perfect venue for our happily ever after! The location has 360 degrees of views, the pistachios trees, mountains and a beautiful patio make the perfect back drop for any pictures. The staff was amazing and provide stellar service, not only that day, but the months leading up to the wedding. I didn’t have a wedding planner but they provided me with the tools and expertise from their event coordinator to help make our day special without leaving anything out. We were able to relax, enjoy each moment and have memories that will last a lifetime.

-Shelly & Dale – Alamogordo

Always great pistachios. They are in a league of their own. Bless the hands that nurtured and harvested and prepared them.

-Gabriele S.

Totally awesome place! I love the pistachios I bought! Loved being able to taste test them before deciding on what flavors I wanted. I can’t wait to stop by there again!

-Peggy C.

The staff was very passionate and knowledgeable of their products. I was very impressed with the tour. Wish I could have more time to attend their Wednesday events and enjoy the stunning patio.

-Sheri W.

My family and I stopped in and loved everything about this place. Very friendly people. Enjoyed the tour, the wine tasting and the gift shop. Recommended to my friends here in Texas since so many of us visit the area!